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Art Deco Bulova Diamond Platinum Watch Pendant
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy Art Deco watch pendant created by Bulova in the 1920s. Made of black onyx and platinum
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Mens Rolex Ref 7002 Presentation 14k Gold Filled 35mm Automatic 1970s RA424
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, CALIFORNIA, USA
Watch Description
BRAND : Rolex
MODEL : Ref.7002
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE : Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Juvenia 1925 Travel Pendant Desk Clock In Sterling Silver With Guilloche Enamel
By Juvenia
Located in Miami, FL
one of the few Swiss watch companies to have manufactured watches without interruption since its
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Beautiful Vintage Bulova Globe World Time Brass Alarm Desk/Shelf Clock
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Vintage Bulova Globe World Time Brass Alarm Desk/Shelf Clock - This vintage desk or shelf clock is made of brass and is manual winding. It is 5-9/16-inches in diameter and...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Desk Accessories
Fiat Watch Co. 1950 Swiss Travel Pendant Clock Nickel Silver and Green Leather
By Fiat
Located in Miami, FL
, manufactured in Switzerland by the Fiat Watch Company during the post war period, back in the 1950. This clock
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Nickel
Swiss Art Deco Brass Angelus Meteo Desk Clock Weather Station
By Angelus
Located in Vienna, AT
, hygrometer, and compass.
Made in the 1930s in Switzerland by Angelus Meteo Watch Company.
Original working
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
ANDREW GRIMA 1969 London Long Textured Chain In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Andrew Grima
Located in Miami, FL
1969. This gorgeous chain has been specially crafted for the Omega Watch Company in Switzerland, in
Category
Vintage 1960s English Modernist Rope Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
International Watch Company "IWC" Yacht Club II
By IWC
Located in Miami Beach, FL
octagonal in shape. This automatic watch is on a stainless IWC bracelet. Circa 1970s
Category
Swiss Wrist Watches
International Watch Company Rose Gold Wristwatch circa 1950s
By IWC
Located in Miami Beach, FL
IWC vintage wristwatch in rose gold from the 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Boucheron Solis Reflet Chrono AI403835 18k White Dial Auto Watch
By Boucheron
Located in Surfside, FL
, and a large variety of Swiss watch companies). Auto, sub-seconds, date and chronograph. 39 mm case
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Beta 21 3603 1 in yellow gold 37mm Quartz watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
1970's when many Swiss watch companies were experimenting with electronic movement watches. Comes with
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Ball Watch Company Trainmaster NM1038D, Black Dial, Certified
By Ball Watch Company
Located in Miami, FL
Ball Watch Company Trainmaster Reference #: NM1038D. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Watch, White Gold, Diamonds, Lady, Certina, Bracelet Watch, Vintage, 1983
By Certina Watch Company
Located in EL Waalre, NL
slim Swiss Quartz movement. This watch in original conditional, just as it came out of the factory
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
WALTHAM Stainless Steel Automatic Diver
s Watch circa 1960s
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Waltham stainless steel automatic diver's watch, circa 1960s, with large 38 X 44mm mint condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Corum Admiral
s Cup Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Watch 985.631.20 LE
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Original Box or Papers
This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Corum Admiral
s Cup Men
s Automatic SS Watch with Box and Papers 082.830.23
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Includes Original Box and Papers
This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
CERTINA
s watch in 18carats yellow gold with a soft decorated fine mesh bracelet
By Certina Watch Company
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This watch is manufactured by the Swiss watch house "CERTINA" for its high quality creations. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum Jumping Hour Limited Edition Stainless Steel Hand-Wind Watch Black Dial
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model #154.201.20
Movement #SW03=542731
Case #154-201-20-820453
Stainless Steel Case
41 mm in Diameter (44 mm w/ Crown)
Lug-to-Lug Distance = 52 mm
Lug-to-Lug Width = 21 mm
Thicknes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Corum Admiral
s Cup Legend Chronograph MOP Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Firenze, FI
38mm stainless steel case, 10.85mm thickness, automatic movement, MOP dial, scratch resistant sapphire crystal, fixed diamond bezel, power reserve 42 h, water resistant to 30m/100ft.
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Steel, Stainless Steel
Watch in 18-carat yellow gold from the Swiss company Universal Genève Polerouter
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Watch in 18-carat yellow gold from the Swiss company Universal Genève Polerouter.
The Polerouter
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
International Watch Company Stainless Steel Pilot Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
will need to get you through your busy work day. This International Watch Company Pilot watch is 36 mm
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960s International Watch Company, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Concealed Watch
Located in New york, NY
International Watch Co., also known as IWC, is a luxury Swiss watch manufacturer located in Schaffhausen
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Emerald, Platinum
International Watch Company Ladies Platinum Diamond Onyx Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
A smart ladies evening watch mounted in platinum, set with French cut onyx and brilliant cut
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Zenith El Primero 50th Anniversary A386 Revival in White Gold
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Greenwich, CT
alligator strap with rubber lining and a gold pin buckle. This watch is complete with box and warranty dated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Zenith Zakhorloge in 14 Karat Geelgoud, Chronograaf Complicatie, circa 1930
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 14K. Yellow gold pocket watch
brand: Zenith
Function: time, second hand and 30 minute
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum Admiral Mother of Pearl Ref. 400.100.20/V200 MN02
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Firenze, FI
Admiral 45 series with the Openwork and Skeleton watches demonstrates its mechanical abilities with an
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Pearl, Steel, Stainless Steel
Corum Golden Bridge Rectangular Rose Gold Ref.B113/04145-113.050.55/0F02 0000R
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Firenze, FI
Based on the original Golden Bridge which was indeed rectangular, CORUM introduces the Golden Bridge Rectangle.
The Art Deco-influenced case enhances the beautifully engraved and fi...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Ladies Manual Watch by Swiss Watchmakers Erima, c1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
evening and day dress. Made by the swiss watchmakers company Erima Watch & Co . The movement is Swiss
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Silver Plate
Wristwatch “Ollo” by Museo Alchimia Alessandro Mendini, Italy, 1990
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Chicago, IL
prototype for the Swatch, the Swiss watch company for which Mendini designed several watches.
The ritual
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Plastic, Silicone
Tiffany
Company Schlumberger Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Boston, MA
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18k yellow gold ladies watch, quartz, size 27mm x 19mm. 18k yellow gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage IWC Pocket Watch Conversion to Wrist Watch, 1926
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1926 Vintage International Watch Company Pocket Watch Converted to Wrist Watch New Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Antique 9 Carat Solid Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in London, GB
A substantial 9 carat solid gold half hunter pocket watch by Syren Watch Company, Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Brock
Co. Movado Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Brock
Company
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tonneau shaped man’s gold wristwatch retailed by Brock
Co circa 1940’s. Featuring 20 x 40mm tonneau shaped case with curved mineral glass crystal, nicely restored antique white...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Antique 9 Carat Solid Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch
By Marvin
Located in London, GB
A substantial 9 carat solid gold half hunter pocket watch by Marvin Watch Company, Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
9 Carat Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch by Garrard
By Garrard
Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
. The movement is by Burne Watch Company, Switzerland with Birmingham Hallmark 1965.
The solid gold
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage IWC Pocket Watch Conversion to Wristwatch in Stainless Steel, 1926
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1926 Vintage International Watch Company Pocket Watch Converted to Wrist Watch New Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Ruby Diamond IWC 14 Carat Diamond Watch
By IWC
Located in New york, NY
Platinum, French Cut Ruby & Old European Diamond set bracelet watch by the elite swiss timepiece firm, IWC
Category
Vintage 1920s French Egyptian Revival Wrist Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Wittnauer Stainless Steel Chronograph Military Wristwatch Circa 1950
s
By Wittnauer
Located in New York, NY
War I and World War II.
Wittnauer Watch Company featured Swiss movements, with the same functions
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
IWC Stainless Steel Portuguese Chrono-Automatic Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Los Angeles, CA
industrial know-how, with Swiss tradition to create International Watch Company (IWC). The famous original
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
World Time
Clock by Cartier, Paris
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
. The movement is by Concord Watch Company of Switzerland, and has been inspected (see image) and is in
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Platinum and Diamonds Art Deco Watch Movement Signed Zenith
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Zenith art deco watch in platinum paved with 146 8/8 cut diamonds, suede strap
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Original Art Deco Ladies Watch by Certina / Old New Stock, Never Worn
By Certina Watch Company
Located in Westward ho, GB
deco watch? well this is a super rare opportunity to acquire a perfect condition Art Deco Ladies Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Corum $5 Eagle Quartz 18 Karat Gold Watch with Inner Diamond Bezel Leather Band
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
24 mm in Diameter
Labeled "CORUM / QUARTZ / SWISS MADE"
Black Aftermarket Leather Band w/ Corum Clasp
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Gold-Plated 1970s West End Watch Co. with Swift Seconds
By West End Watch Company
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage watch is working and ticking well. The buckle strap is a bit tarnished as
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Jacob
Company 5 Time Zone Diamond Watch
By Jacob
Co.
Located in Pikesville, MD
Stainless steel Jacob & Co. 5 Time Zone 40mm diamond encrusted quartz watch with a diamond bezel on
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier "75th Anniversary for Ford Motor Company" 18 Karat Gold Watch, 1978
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1978 Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Recognition of 75 Years of the Ford Motor Company watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage IWC Automatic Mid-Size Stainless Steel Watch, 1960
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960 Vintage International Watch Company (IWC) RARE Stainless Steel watch with Applied Steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Swiss Art Deco Chrome, Copper
Brass Architectural Musical Alarm Clock by Liga
By Liga Watch Company
Located in Port Hope, ON
This architecturally designed Art Deco musical alarm clock is by the Liga Watch Company of Solevre
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Art Deco Men’s Chrome Tank Manual Wristwatch, Helvetia Newly Serviced circa 1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
Swiss company Helvetia. The watch casing is in excellent condition, free from engravings, tarnishing or
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Art Deco Vanburen Gents Manual Wristwatch, circa 1930s
Located in Westward ho, GB
bezel. Crystal is original and free from scratches.
Swiss Vanburen collection (Buren S. Watch company
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Other
Bulova Yellow Gold Accutron Vintage Day Date Wristwatch, 1970s
By Bulova
Located in Metairie, LA
joined the Bulova Watch Company in 1948. The tuning fork was powered by a one-transistor electronic
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Find the exact switzerland watch company you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, stainless steel and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a switzerland watch company from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A switzerland watch company from Rolex, Longines and Omega — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a switzerland watch company featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and baguette cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a switzerland watch company, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Switzerland Watch Company?
On average, a switzerland watch company at 1stDibs sells for $4,800, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $498,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Switzerland Watch Company
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Many watches are made in Geneva, Switzerland. The Swiss city is a major center for watch production and the home of numerous watch brands. Among them are Patek Philippe, Rolex, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, TAG Heuer, Vacheron Constantin and Omega. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Swiss watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, all Certina watches are made in Switzerland. Adolf and Alfred Kurth founded the watchmaker in 1888 in Grenchen, Switzerland. Today, the Swatch Group owns the company. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Certina watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024How much Swiss watches cost in Switzerland isn't that different from how much they sell for in the U.S. or elsewhere. You may sometimes enjoy modest cost savings by purchasing a watch in Switzerland. However, the country has a 20% value-added tax (VAT) that may offset any discounts you would get from buying abroad. Explore a diverse assortment of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024There is no single most prestigious watch company. In fact, many makers produce reliable, innovative timepieces out of fine materials. Some of the leading names in the world of luxury watches include Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, Richard Mille, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Blancpain, Cartier and Audemars Piguet. Find a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- Is Cartier a watch company?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, Cartier is a watch company. It also produces jewelry, sunglasses and other accessories. For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The answer to the question of when did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin Webb may be a bit surprising, as it's a misconception that the latter company purchased the former. By the 1990s, the company Asprey owned both Mappin Webb and Watches of Switzerland. In 1998, Judith Pilkington arranged for the sale of both Mappin Webb and Watches of Switzerland, starting a new organization. Subsequently, the two brands went through a series of owners, including the Baugur Group, Landsbanki and Apollo Global Management. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The history of the Record Watch Company traces back to Tramelan, Switzerland, where a group of watchmakers established the company. Their singular goal was to introduce a new type of pocket watch. Called the Sector Watch, the timepiece featured a triangular case and a retrograde display for easy reading. In 1916, the company merged with a number of other small Swiss makers to form the Record Dreadnought Watch Co. S.A. During the decades that followed, Record Dreadnought Watch manufactured a wide variety of clocks, watches and other components under several brand names, including Record. Like many watchmakers, Record Dreadnought Watch contributed to the war effort during World War II by manufacturing watches for the British military. In 1949, the company changed its name to Record Watch Co. S.A. Eleven years later, it became the first Swiss watchmaker to earn the approval of the U.S. government for its pocket watches to be used on U.S. railways. A year later, Longines purchased Record, though it continued to produce watches under the Record brand name for 30 years. Today, Longines has a collection that features timepieces inspired by the Record brand. Explore a selection of Record watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The Rado Watch Company is more than 100 years old. Brothers Ernst, Fritz and Werner Schlup founded the company as Schlup Co. in Lengnau, Switzerland, in 1917. During the 1950s, the brothers introduced the Rado watch brand and subsequently changed the name of their company to correspond with their successful collection. Find a range of Rado watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Here are some of the oldest British watch companies: Founded in 1846, the Fears Watch Company of Bristol operated continuously until the 1970s, when the quartz crisis led to financial difficulties. The founder's great-great-great grandson relaunched the brand in 2016. Other British brands with long histories include Smiths Watches, established in 1851, and the Rochester Watch Company, which opened in 1900. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No. The USA-based Elgin Watch Company sadly closed its doors in 1968. The rights to the Elgin name were purchased by MZ Berger Inc., which manufactures watches in China and distributes them outside of conventional watch shops. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Elgin watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, Vacheron Constantin is the oldest watch company in the world that remains in operation today. It was founded in 1755 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the son of a master weaver in Geneva who instilled in his children his belief that working with one’s hands is a noble endeavor. Vacheron took his father’s convictions to heart and opened his watchmaking workshop at the age of 24. The watchmaker made custom watches for royalty and was an innovator in its field. Since becoming known as Vacheron Constantin in 1819 — and later, Vacheron Constantin — the company has enjoyed international acclaim for everything from jewelry watches to provocatively shaped designs. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Vacheron Constantin watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The history of the American Waltham Watch Company started in 1854, when Aaron Lufkin Dennison founded the company in Waltham, Massachusetts. There, it began to manufacture watches with interchangeable parts, a new approach to production that allowed the company to prepare watches much more quickly than its competitors. Still, the company experienced economic hardships during its early years, and Dennison was forced to sell his company to Royal E. Robbins in 1857. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Robbins and his business partners, Henry Asher Robbins and Daniel F. Appleton, capitalized on the military's need for reliable watches by introducing an inexpensive $13 timepiece called the William Ellery. Following the war, the company became a supplier to major railways. After a period of sluggish sales as a result of the Panic of 1907, the American Waltham Watch Company revived the business by expanding its manufacturing into fuses and other essential materials for World War I. By the 1920s, the company was producing wristwatches and continued to do so despite changes in ownership during the 1950s and ’60s. By the 1970s, the company was no longer manufacturing watches but had licensed its name to other watchmakers, a practice that continues to this day. On 1stDibs, find a range of American Waltham Watch Company watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024No, the Waltham Watch Company does not still exist. The watchmaker went out of business in 1981. However, a subsidiary of the original company, Waltham, SA, does continue to manufacture timepieces. Shop a range of Waltham Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The Illinois Watch Company went out of business in 1928. However, the Hamilton Watch Company purchased the brand and continued to manufacture timepieces under the Illinois name for decades after. In 2004, Swatch bought the Hamilton Watch Company and surrendered the Illinois Watch Company brand name. A new group of investors purchased the name in 2009 and began manufacturing timepieces under the brand again. Shop a range of Illinois Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
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